LinnusitamaaLinnusitamaa at a Glance
About Linnusitamaa
Linnusitamaa is a small island feature in Saare County, western Estonia, part of the archipelago and coastal island system of the Baltic Sea. It is sparsely developed or uninhabited and forms part of the offshore geography of the region.
The island lies off the coast of Saaremaa and is characterized by low-lying shorelines and typical Baltic island vegetation; access is by boat and there are no significant visitor facilities.
Best Time to Visit Linnusitamaa
Summer months provide the most reliable access and the warmest conditions for visiting small Baltic islets.
Weather & Climate near Linnusitamaa
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (598 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 1° | -7° | 39 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 32 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 33 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 7° | 1° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Good | 6° - 14° | 8° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.6h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.9h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 21° | 17° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.2h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Good | 10° - 15° | 13° | 65 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 5° | 68 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 5° | -1° | 70 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 55 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
How to Get to Linnusitamaa
Access by boat from Saaremaa’s coastal harbours; local skippers and guided trips can advise on safe landing points and island protections.
Tips for Visiting Linnusitamaa
- Linnusitamaa is very small and access is limited - coordinate with local operators or conservation authorities before planning a visit.
- Bring binoculars for seabird and seal spotting; landing facilities are minimal or nonexistent.
- Respect protected habitats; small islands can be ecologically fragile, especially to trampling.